Posted on 9/3/2025
When most drivers think about routine vehicle maintenance, services like oil changes, brake inspections or tire rotations usually come to mind. But there’s another fluid that plays a critical role in keeping your vehicle reliable: differential fluid. What is the Differential? The differential is the component that transfers power from your transmission to the wheels, allowing them to rotate at different speeds when turning. This is vital for smooth handling and safe driving. Inside the differential, gears and bearings work under high stress, and differential fluid lubricates and protects them from heat and friction. The Need for Differential Maintenance Over time, however, this fluid breaks down. It becomes contaminated with metal particles and loses it ... read more